The plant of oscimum sanctum commonly called as “Tulsi”
Tulsi ‘ QUEEN OF HERBS‘ is described as sacred and medicinal plant in ancient literature. It is important symbol of the Hindu religious tradition. The name Tulsi is derived from ‘Sanskrit,which means MATCHLESS ONE.
NUTRITIONAL VALUE
Many studies support the use of entire plant of Tulsi for human use and its therapeutic value.The nutritional value is also high as it contains; •VITAMIN A&C. •CALCIUM,ZINC,IRON,CHLOROPHYLL.
MEDICINAL USE
>SEEDS: the solution of Tulsi plant seeds with MILK or WATER,
•Good ANTIOXIDANT.
•It also possesses Anti ulcer,Anti diarrheal properties.
>ROOTS:Dried Tulsi root powder mixed with MILK or GHEE;
•MALARIA FEVER and DENGUE FEVER.
• Relieve INSECT PAIN and STING BITE. •Fresh roots are made into paste and applied to areas where LEECHES or INSECTS BITE.
>LEAVES:
•Chewing Tulsi leaves Relieves COLD and FLU. •Chewing 10-12 leaves,twice a day prevent STRESS.
•Leaves are a nerve tonic and also sharpen MEMORY.
•Decoction of leaves+Honey+Ginger is effective remedy for; •BRONCHITIS(uses of fresh flower is more effective).
•ASTHMA. •INFLUENZA. •COUGH & COLD. •HEADACHE.
•Juice of Tulsi leaves+Honey (taken regularly for 6 months).
>It expel RENAL STONE via the urinary tract.
>Use the whole plant for; treatment of; DIARRHOEA,NAUSEA & VOMITING.
>Supplements of HOLY BASIL extract are available in pill or capsule form.The suggested dosage ranges from; 300mg-2000mg/day for general preventative purpose. >When used as treatment, the recommended dosage is 600mg-1800mg taken in multiple dosage through out the day.
RECENT STUDIES
•In Kerala the local women as well as the Ayurvedic physicians have been reported to use the leaves of Tulsi for antifertility effect. >Tulsi is also helpful in inhibiting the growth of HIV and CARCINOGENIC cells.
Breakthrough 